Thunga - Chaubatta Khal, Pauri Garhwal
Thunga is a village situated in the Chaubatta Khal tehsil of Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 6 km from Chaubattakhal and around 56 km from Pauri. Khedgaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Thunga village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Thunga is 048205. The village covers a total geographical area of 60.86 hectares and falls under the 246172 pincode. Pauri is the nearest town, located about 56 km away.
Thunga village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Thunga
According to the 2011 Census, Thunga village had a total population of 90 people, including 40 males and 50 females, living in 25 households. The sex ratio was 1,250 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.70%, with male literacy at 97.30% and female literacy at 56.52%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 4.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 90 | 40 | 50 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 7 | 3 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 62 | 36 | 26 |
| Illiterate Population | 28 | 4 | 24 |
Nearby Villages of Thunga
Thunga is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Thunga
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Thunga. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Thunga.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pauri to Thunga is about 56 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Thunga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Thunga village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Thunga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Thunga village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Thunga
Where is Thunga located?
Thunga village is located in Chaubatta Khal Tehsil, Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Thunga?
The Gram Panchayat of Thunga is Khedgaon.
What is the pincode of Thunga?
The pincode of Thunga is 246172.
What is the population of Thunga?
Thunga had a total population of 90, including 40 males and 50 females.
How many households are there in Thunga?
Thunga had 25 households.
What is the literacy rate in Thunga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Thunga was 74.70%. Male literacy was 97.30% and female literacy was 56.52%.